Gurus and Cults: You've Made a Fool of Everyone? (Part Two)

In the second and final episode of this extraordinary saga, we continue our gaze into the complex psychological make-up of gurus, cult leaders and the people who follow them. It features contributions from Zen Buddhist priest Dogo, music journalist (and So Disappointed's co-producer) Paul Whitelaw, and our resident psychologist David Myers.

Music used in this episode

Child is Father of the Man by The Beach Boys
Never Learn Not to Love by The Beach Boys
'Til I Die by The Beach Boys
the be colony by Broadcast and The Focus Group
When the Levee Breaks by Led Zeppelin
Revolution Blues by Neil Young
Sit With the Guru by Strawberry Alarm Clock

Clips used in this episode

Mike Love's speech at the 1988 Rock and Roll Hall of Fame ceremony

Podcasts recommended in this episode

A History of Rock Music in 500 Songs: Never Learn Not to Love by The Beach Boys

You Must Remember This: Charles Manson's Hollywood

Films and TV shows recommended in this episode

Love & Mercy

Wild Wild Country 

Our theme tune was mixed by Dan Jackson
  
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So Disappointed is written, produced, edited and hosted by Wendy Jordan  and Paul Whitelaw.